2003 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
